Bank Myna vs Golden-crested Myna
Acridotheres ginginianus compared with Ampeliceps coronatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bank Myna | Golden-crested Myna |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acridotheres ginginianus | Ampeliceps coronatus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.0 cm (9.4 in) | 24.9 cm (9.8 in) |
| Weight | 69.0 g (2.43 oz) | 88.5 g (3.12 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-8 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Bank Myna
Least Concern
Golden-crested Myna
About These Birds
Bank Myna
The Bank Myna is a medium-sized starling of the family Sturnidae found in open habitats across the Indian subcontinent. Weighing about 69g with a wingspan of 24cm, it excavates nest burrows in earthen banks, cliffs, and roadsides. It feeds on insects, fruit, and human food scraps in agricultural and urban areas.